Objects

Instances of classes that encapsulate data and behavior in programming.

instances

In programming, objects are instances of classes that encapsulate data and behavior. They contain properties representing the state and methods representing actions associated with them.

Etymology

The term 'object' comes from the Latin word 'obiectus,' meaning 'something placed before.'

Explain Like I’m 5

Objects are like containers in computer programs that hold information and actions you can do with that information, similar to how a toy box holds toys and lets you play with them.

Fun Facts

Objects are a core concept in object-oriented programming
They model real-world entities like cars or people
Many modern programming languages use objects extensively

FAQ

What is an object? An object combines data and the functions that operate on that data
How are objects used? Objects help organize code by grouping related information and actions together
What is object-oriented programming? It's a way of writing code that uses objects as the building blocks

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

data structure entity

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

instance variable

Meronyms — Parts or Components

properties methods

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

class program

Indexes

computational data structure

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